Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Pediatric ICU position requiring a NC or compact RN license, strong high acuity PICU experience, and the ability to work in a fast-paced Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center.

Details

• Work in a 24-bed Pediatric ICU within a Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center and teaching hospital
• Treats high acuity pediatric patients with conditions including respiratory, trauma, DKA, seizures, neurosurgical, renal failure, orthopedic, surgical, transplants, blood disorders, and other complex medical cases
• Typical patient ratios are 2:1, 1:1, or 1:2 based on acuity
• Works 12-hour day shifts (06:45 – 19:15) with every other weekend required
• Floating required as needed to Pediatric CVICU, NICU, Neonatal PCU, and General Pediatric units
• No on-call responsibilities
• Uses Epic EMR, Alaris and Medfusion pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, Phillips monitors, Belmont Rapid Infuser, Artic Sun, Camino, EV-1000 Vigileo, Accuvein, PIV ultrasound, I-stat, and Accuryn equipment
• Centralized and bedside monitoring

Requirements

• Active NC or compact RN license required
• Current BLS and PALS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of recent high acuity PICU experience required
• Strong experience with vasoactive drip titration, invasive line management (ART lines/CVP), ventilator and trach management, sedation and analgesic drip management, and CRRT
• Experience with Epic EMR, Artic Sun, EVDs, Camino device, Belmont Rapid Infuser, and other listed equipment strongly preferred
• Competency to float to Pediatric CVICU as discussed during interview

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include comprehensive care for critically ill pediatric patients and participation in bedside procedures with providers
• Robust support structure with 24/7 access to CNA, unit secretary, charge nurse, phlebotomy, IV/VAT team, respiratory therapy, intensivist, residents, and advanced practice providers
• Two-day departmental orientation and facility orientation provided
• Scrub color is navy
• Free parking available
• Unit culture is built on teamwork, trust, accountability, and respect
• Holiday coverage required on an alternating major holiday basis
• First-time travelers will be considered for this position
• Manager approval required for requested time off